Degree Programs
Degree Programs
The graduate program in chemical engineering, with its large proportion of elective courses and independent research, offers experience in any of the fields of departmental activity mentioned in previous sections. For both chemical engineers and those with undergraduate educations in other related fields such as physics, chemistry, and biochemistry, the Ph.D. program provides the opportunity to become expert in research fields central to modern technology and science.
Master of Science (M.S.) Degree
Requirements for the Master of Science in Chemical Engineering are
- the core courses: Chemical process analysis (CHEN E4010), Transport phenomena, III (CHEN E4110), and Statistical mechanics (CHAP E4120); and
- 21 points of 4000- or 6000-level courses, approved by the graduate coordinator or research adviser, of which up to 6 may be Master's research (CHEN 9400).
Students with undergraduate preparation in physics, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, and related fields may take advantage of a special two-year program leading directly to the master's degree in chemical engineering. This program enables such students to avoid having to take all undergraduate courses in the bachelor's degree program.
More information on M.S. programs can be obtained from the School of Engineering's Admissions Office.
Doctoral Degrees
Two doctoral degrees, the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) and D.E.S. degrees have essentially the same requirements. All students in a doctoral program must (1) earn satisfactory grades in the three core courses (CHEN E4010, CHEN E4110, CHAP E4120); (2) pass a qualifying exam; (3) defend a proposal of research within twelve months of passing the qualifying exam; (4) defend their thesis; and (5) satisfy course requirements beyond the three core courses, including at least 24 points of 4000- or 6000-level courses. For detailed requirements, please consult the departmental office or graduate coordinator. Students with degrees in related fields such as physics, chemistry, biochemistry, and others are encouraged to apply to this highly interdisciplinary program. More information on M.S. programs can be obtained from the School of Engineering's Admissions Office.